Programme Overview
If you want to improve your project management skills and move into senior construction roles, this MSc in Construction and Project management is for you.
You’ll learn how to manage construction projects of all sizes successfully and sustainably. The programme covers the technical, managerial and entrepreneurial topics relating to complex construction projects.
You’ll develop your research skills by completing a dissertation on a construction topic you want to explore further, supported by our academic staff.
Designed and delivered by a multi-disciplinary team of leading academics, the course is supported by input from real-world industrial practitioners. We have many years’ experience in environmental and civil engineering postgraduate education.
When you graduate, you will be highly skilled in efficient project management techniques covering all aspects of onsite construction and be able to overcome the challenges that construction management entails.
The programme can be studied full-time for one year or part-time over two years.
How the Course Works
Full-time on-campus students will complete the degree in one year: The academic year consists of three terms with the Master’s dissertation module completed in term three.
Part-time on-campus students will complete the degree in two years: Year one consists of two terms, and Year two of three terms with the Master's dissertation module completed in the final term.
The Master’s project is an independent research project under guidance of supervisors.
Learning and Assessment
The taught course will be assessed using a combination of written coursework, presentations, examinations and portfolios, and a written dissertation. Formal examinations, class tests and reports will also feature where relevant.
You’ll be exposed to a variety of teaching, learning and assessment practices throughout the programme. This includes lectures, seminars, written/oral presentations and project work.
Field trips and industrial visits are used to develop appreciation of the practical application of research methods and data analysis.
Upon Graduation, You Will Have the Knowledge and Skills To Effectively:
- Address the major challenges of managing complex construction projects for the built environment.
- Critically evaluate project proposals for building developments.
- Investigate the issues of environmental impact and sustainable design within construction practices.
- Deliver construction solutions efficiently while balancing concerns such as planning, budgeting, environmental safety, manpower and construction materials.
- Lead projects in senior positions.
- Understand all technical and practical aspects needed to manage a successful construction project from start to finish.
Graduates will be able to assume technical and
managerial roles in the civil engineering and
construction industry and can work in academia.
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